10th annual 'Taste of Fenton' is Aug. 7

The 10th Annual “Taste in Fenton” event, sponsored by the Fenton Regional Chamber of Commerce, the City of Fenton and the Downtown Development Authority will be held from noon to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, at the Fenton Community and Cultural Center. Presenting sponsor again is The State Bank.

This event will showcase approximately 20 local restaurants from the Fenton region and Genesee County and provides guests with a chance to sample delicious foods and experience a “total culinary experience” in downtown Fenton. Some of the restaurants already committed are: The Historic Holly Hotel, The French Laundry, Beale St. Smokehouse BBQ, and Burger King just to name a few. For a full listing, visit the Chamber website at www.fentonchamber.com/taste.

This year the event will be on grounds of the Fenton Community Center – rain or shine. If “Mother Nature” chooses not to cooperate, the event will be moved inside the community center. This year’s event will be held in conjunction with the Fenton Kiwanis “Art at the Center” two-day art festival, Tour De Lac – family fun bike ride and the Fenton Firefighters Charity 5k run.

New additions to the event include a “Kids Zone” with an inflatable slide, fun games, and much more for children up to 12 years of age. The Fenton Fire Department will be handing out fire hats to the first 100 kids along with fire safety tips and demonstrations. This new area is sure to attract many families.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to listen to live music. Seating will be provided but feel free to bring a blanket and enjoy tastes along the river.

“This event gives area residents an opportunity to taste foods from numerous restaurants in our area in one venue”, says Shelly Day, President of the Fenton Regional Chamber of Commerce. “It draws over 4,000 people and we expect to have a great turnout this year, especially in light of gas prices and people looking for events to attend closer to home”, she added. “Our advance ticket prices this year are again $10 to help make this event even more affordable for area families and seniors”, Day stated. As in the past the Chamber will again give a portion of the ticket proceeds back to the participating restaurants.

Tickets are now available for purchase in advance for only $10 (10 Taste Coupons at www.fentonchamber.com/taste) or at the Chamber office at 114 N. Leroy Street, The State Bank locations, Financial Plus Credit Union, VG’s Food Centers, The French Laundry and Beale Street Smokehouse restaurants and the Fenton Winery and Brewery, all in Fenton. Ticket prices the day of the event are $12 (10 Taste Coupons).

The Fenton Regional Chamber of Commerce exists to be a strong advocate for member businesses through services and resources while encouraging a prosperous region.